Children

“You're never too old, too wacky, too wild, to pick up a book and read to a child.” - Dr. Seuss

Farmville Public Library's children’s services includes children from birth to age 11 as well as their parents and caregivers. The Library offers story time and early literacy activities, print and eBooks, computers equipped with dozens of educational games, and activities to help nurture a love of reading and learning. Please contact the Library's Children's Librarian, Connie Widney, at cwidney@farmvillenc.gov or call (252) 753-3355 for more information.

Announcing our Summer Learning Theme!

Summer Learning Launches at the Library Countdown

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Join us for Summer Learning Events

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Thank you to our community partners for their support of Summer Learning at the Library!

Summer Learning Schedule of Events
All programs are free and open to the public

Take a Walk on the Wild Side Animal Series

In partnership with and held on the grounds of May Museum

Animal Encounters - June 20 at 6:00 pm
Join Imagination Station of Wilson as they bring their traveling exhibit on Animals to the May Museum. (Rain location: Library)

Sylvan Heights Bird Park - Thursday, July 18 at 6:00 pm
Meet live birds and discover the science of how birds fly and their influence in the creation of flight technology and aviation. (Rain location: Farmville Community Center)

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Events That Are Out of This World

Summer Splash - June 22 from 2:00-5:00 pm at the Town of Farmville's Athletic Complex, Ryon Drive
Celebrate the beginning of Summer at the FREE Summer Splash. Snow cones will be provided by Kona Ice, water slides and bouncy houses will be provided by NULOOK, and family-friendly live music by DJ Sexy Synsation. Presented by the Farmville Police Department, Farmville Public Library and Farmville Parks & Recreation.

ScienceTellers - Monday, June 24 at 3:00 pm at the library
Farmville Public Library's annual Summer Learning program kicks off with the ScienceTellers! Join us at the library for this interactive and educational event that combines exciting experiments with dynamic storytelling. For all ages.

Every Child Ready to Read - Tuesday, June 25 at 6:30 pm at the library
Children ages birth-five years and their families or caregivers are invited to an Every Child Ready to Read® @ your library® celebration. The event features activities that support talking, singing, reading, writing and playing while providing support for parents and caregivers with the early literacy development of their children birth to age five. The first 20 families with children five and under will receive a goody bag (one per family.)

Reading on the Town Commons - Tuesday, July 9 at 5:00 pm at Farmville Town Commons
Families are invited to bring a blanket and books, or borrow titles from the Pop-Up Library, and enjoy free popcorn and beverages, while you read outdoors

Global Rocket Launch - Tuesday, July 16 at 10:30 am at Farmville Athletic Complex, Ryon Drive
Help us launch water-powered rockets or bring your own rocket (no gas, or jet fuel, please!). The event is in celebration of 50 years from the day Apollo 11 was launched to the Moon. The event is in partnership with Farmville Parks and Recreation.

Bright Star Touring Theater Presents "One Small Step: The Real-Life Journey to Outer Space" - Wednesday, July 31 at 6:30 pm at Paramount Theater
The Farmville Public Library is pleased to present the Bright Star Touring Theater as they take the stage at the Farmville Community Arts Council’s Paramount Theater. Their show "One Small Step:" The Real-Life Journey to Outer Space, brings to life the origins of flight from the Wright Brothers to the race to reach the moon. Everyone is invited but the show is designed to engage Pre-K through 5th graders.

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Weekly Summer Programs from June 24-July 31

Pre-registration is encouraged but not required. To reserve a spot, use the form below or email Connie Widney, Children's Library, at cwidney@farmvillenc.gov or call (252) 753-3355.

Baby Story Time - Tuesdays at 9:30 am
Babies birth-24 months and their adult(s) are invited to an interactive Story Time featuring age-appropriate rhymes, songs, puppetry and books

Early Elementary Story Time - Tuesdays at 1:00 pm
Stories, songs and crafts with a focus on space and science.

Preschool Story Time - Wednesdays at 10:30 am
Stories, songs and movement, early literacy activities, and crafts for 4 and 5 year olds.

Upper Elementary Book Club - Wednesdays at 1:00 pm
Students will discuss the books they are reading and participate in fun activities.

Story Time in the Garden at May Museum & Park - Thursdays at 10 am
Thursdays, June 27, July 11, July 18, July 25, and August 1 at May Museum
Relax on the grounds of May Museum and enjoy family-friendly stories and activities that celebrate nature and history.

Middle School Matters - Thursdays at 5:00 pm
Students will participate in contests and activities to earn prizes.

Prevent Summer Slide and Make Summer Strides!

Student Access Project
The easier way for Pitt County Schools students to access library books, computers, and online resources. Every PCS student has a special Farmville Public Library account, which allows students to use their student ID number instead of a traditional library card. Students may bring their student ID number to the library to check out or access materials, or library staff will gladly look up their account number for them. For online resources that require a pin number, students can use the last 4 digits of their student ID number as their pin. PCS student files will be updated quarterly to ensure up-to-date records and parents can opt out at any time.

“Children are made readers on the laps of their parents.” - Emilie Buchwald

Resources & Opportunities

“There is more treasure in books than in all the pirate’s loot on Treasure Island.” – Walt Disney

Browse NC Kids Digital library and download free e-books and audiobooks to your smartphone, tablet, or computer. Read books instantly on the Libby app or through the Kindle app.

Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library is a book gifting program that mails free, high-quality books to children from birth to age 5, no matter their family’s income. Thanks to North Carolina law makers, Smart Start and Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library are working together to get books into the hands of North Carolina’s youngest children. Register for free here.